Three Injured in Explosion at Yeosu Industrial Complex... Fire Authorities "Investigating Cause of Accident"

Explosion Accident Occurs in 2nd Floor Office

At around 11:51 a.m. on the 31st, an explosion occurred in an office at the Yeosu National Industrial Complex in Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do, scattering debris everywhere. Photo by Yeosu Fire Station (Yonhap News)

[Asia Economy Reporter Hyunju Park] An explosion occurred at the Yeosu National Industrial Complex in Jeollanam-do, prompting fire authorities to investigate the cause.

According to the Yeosu Fire Station on the 31st, the explosion took place around 11:51 a.m. in a second-floor office within the Yeosu National Industrial Complex in Yeosu City, Jeollanam-do. Three people sustained minor injuries and were transported to a hospital for treatment.

The explosion's shock caused some damage to the office exterior wall made of sandwich panels, but it did not lead to a fire.

The fire authorities deployed 17 fire trucks and 54 personnel, including 119 rescue team members, to conduct firefighting and rescue operations. They have determined that there is no further risk of additional casualties.

Currently, the fire authorities are investigating the exact circumstances of the accident by questioning office personnel and others involved.

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